How to Sell Data Center Scrap Metal
"We're decommissioning a data center — servers, copper bus bar, UPS batteries, copper cabling. What's this worth and how do we handle it?"
Data center scrap is high-value: copper bus bar pays $3.50–$4.00/lb, server boards pay $1–$5/lb for gold recovery, UPS batteries pay $0.20–$0.30/lb, copper cabling pays $2.80–$4.00/lb depending on gauge. A full data center decommission can yield $10,000–$100,000+.
This guide covers everything you need to know about how to sell data center scrap metal: servers, copper, and more.
Key Information
Data center scrap is high-value: copper bus bar pays $3.50–$4.00/lb, server boards pay $1–$5/lb for gold recovery, UPS batteries pay $0.20–$0.30/lb, copper cabling pays $2.80–$4.00/lb depending on gauge. A full data center decommission can yield $10,000–$100,000+.
How to Get the Best Price
For maximum value, always separate your metals by type, get multiple quotes, and work with a specialized buyer who has XRF testing capability. ScrapMetalBuyers.com provides free on-site testing and above-market rates for commercial quantities.
Commercial Pickup Service
For loads over 500 lbs, ScrapMetalBuyers.com offers free commercial pickup anywhere in the continental US. We come to your location, weigh on certified scales, and pay on the spot. Call (754) 310-2984 to schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get the best price?
Separate metals by type, get multiple quotes, and work with a buyer who has XRF testing. ScrapMetalBuyers.com pays above-market rates for commercial quantities.
Do you offer commercial pickup?
Yes. For loads over 500 lbs, we offer free pickup anywhere in the continental US. Call (754) 310-2984.
How do I contact ScrapMetalBuyers.com?
Call (754) 310-2984 or use our online calculator at scrapmetalbuyers.com/calculator for an instant estimate.